Rome, the capital of Italy, is one of the largest cities in the world. With its thousands-year history, massive architecture, magnificent squares, colorful markets and distinctive streets, it’s truly impressive in every detail. Because of this great richness, it is really difficult to pick specific destinations to visit during your trip to the italyn capital. Therefore, we have chosen sites for you that cannot be ignored when you visit Rome.
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Colosseum
The Colosseum, named after a colossus of Emperor Nero who was on site one day, and which was built between the years 72 and 80 AD, was the scene of countless battles. The ancient amphitheater is now a symbol of Rome, a permanent destination for tourists.
Romen Forum
Next to the Colosseum, the Romen Forum is a monumental complex of ruined temples, basilica, and arches, which was the festive, legal, social, and commercial center of ancient Rome. Touring its famous ruins is an essential part of any visit to Rome.
Palatine Plateau
After visiting the Colosseum and Romen Forum, complete your path to the Palatine Plateau, the stately neighborhood of Ancient Rome, where emperors, Romen senators and other wealthy nobles built their homes.
Piazza Navona is one of the most beautiful and large squares in Rome. The entire plaza is a pedestrian zone, and hosts a number of restaurants and tourist shops. In the center of the square is the famous Four River Fountain designed by italyn artist Giovanni Bernini.
Pantheon
Nothing like getting out of the narrow medieval streets of Rome’s historical center and finding the Pantheon, one of the best preserved ancient buildings in the world. For the ancient Romens, the round building was “the temple to all deities”. The only source of natural light in the cylindrical building is the 7.8-meter dome.
Spanish stairs
The elegant Spanish stairs are a magnet for Rome visitors, who photograph and climb the 138 stairs, take a glass of water from the 18th-century Fontana della Barcaccia fountain, and enjoy ice cream while shopping on the streets surrounding the stairs.
Trevi Fountain
The most famous fountain in Rome was completed in 1762, which is a great example of Baroque sculpture. The sparkling white marble fountain depicts the sea god Neptune surrounded by sea grooms, seahorses and swimming pools.
Capitoline Museums
Capitoline Museums are located on top of the Capitoline Plateau, one of Rome’s seven famous plateaux. It includes archaeological treasures from antiquity, as well as paintings from the Renaissance and Baroque.
Founded by Pope Clement XII in 1741, these were the first museums in the world to be opened to the public.
Campo de ‘Fiori
Piazza Campo de ‘Fiori in the historic center of Rome is the site of a colorful daily market, where vendors sell fruits and vegetables, souvenirs and flowers. It is one of the most famous foreign markets in Rome and represents a true picture of Romen life.
The wonderful Spanish stairs in Rome
Spanish stairs are a popular destination for many visitors
Inside the Colosseum
The only source of light inside the Pantheon
Romen Forum
The famous fountain in the center of Navona Square
Inside the stunning Capitoline Museums
Campo de ‘Fiori
Navona Square is one of the largest in Rome
A unique vegetable and fruit market in Campo de ‘Fiori
Capitoline Museums
The characteristic Trevi Fountain
Trevi Fountain
Palatine Plateau